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Alaska tours

These itineraries are designed to give you some suggestions for what is possible when you travel in Alaska, and they showcase some of the routes that we've found work particularly well.

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  • Mount Denali

    Alaska's glaciers & grizzlies self-drive tour

    Alaska

    • Take a journey into Denali National Park to see the tallest peak in North America.

    • Walk along the water watching brown bears tucking into fish on tours from Anchorage and Homer.

    • Marvel at the mountains in Wrangell-St Elias National Park on a guided hike to Root Glacier.

    • Search for whales, porpoises, and sea otters while listening to creaking glaciers in Kenai Fjords National Park.

    • Soar over glaciers and icebergs on a helicopter trip with a landing on a large snowfield.

    20 days from £10,320pp

  • Aurora Borealis over Fairbanks, Alaska

    Alaska's northern lights by train

    Alaska

    • Stay in a glass-windowed dome in the Alaskan wilderness, while also keeping a watch for mesmerising northern lights.

    • Embark on an exhilarating winter wilderness activity: try your hand at dog-sledding and snowmobiling.

    • Admire the winter-wonderland scenery as you relax on a comfortable railway journey from Anchorage to Fairbanks.

    • Explore Anchorage, Alaska’s largest city, perhaps try ice-skating and fat-biking, or visit some of the city’s museums.

    8 days from £4,275pp

  • Grizzly bear, Denali National Park

    The Yukon: self-drive tour in Canada's backcountry

    Canada and Alaska

    • Take a scenic rail journey along the White Pass, rich in mountain views and gold-rush history.

    • Experience the wilderness of northern Canada as you drive the wide, open roads with towering peaks as a backdrop.

    • Take a step back in time in Dawson City and spot wildlife on a guided tour to Tombstone Territorial Park.

    • Soar over the monumental peaks of Kluane National Park in a light aircraft.

    • Soak up the fresh mountain air in the midnight sun at a wilderness lodge.

    17 days from £5,265pp

  • Dog-sledding, Alaska

    Luxury Alaska in the winter wilderness

    Alaska

    • Embark on exciting winter activities, including dog-sledding, snowmobiling and snowshoeing.

    • Relax in the outdoor hot tub, admiring the view of the snowy Alaska Range.

    • Eat superb food created by the lodge's chef owner.

    • Enjoy yoga and stretching classes, and indulge in a range of spa treatments.

    • Explore the Alaskan city of Anchorage, trying out ice skating and fat-wheel cycling.

    • Travel to your wilderness lodge by ski-plane, landing on a frozen lake right in front of the property.

    7 days from £6,795pp

  • Seabourn Odyssey at Yakutat Bay, Alaska

    Fjords of Alaska: Luxury Inside Passage cruise

    Canada and Alaska

    • Taste the local flavours of Vancouver on a private guided tour of the Gastown district.

    • Enjoy a more intimate experience on an all-inclusive luxury Silversea cruise.

    • Spot whales and bears from included guided excursions in Ketchikan.

    • Take a journey into the mountains on the White Pass scenic railway from Skagway.

    • Enjoy a scenic flight over the towering Mount Denali, the highest mountain peak in North America.

    13 days from £7,285pp

  • Hubbard Glacier, Alaska

    Alaska cruise & Canadian Rockies by train

    Alaska and Canada

    • Learn the history and culture of Jasper from your First Nations guide as you search for wildlife.

    • Pass through the towering peaks of the Canadian Rockies on the Icefields Parkway.

    • Zoom along the open road to glittering lakes and stunning viewpoints on a traditional Harley-Davidson.

    • Travel in timeless style on the Rocky Mountaineer to Vancouver.

    • Cruise through the Inside Passage to Alaska and experience the rich wildlife, gastronomy and culture.

    16 days from £7,680pp

  • SS Legacy, Uncruise - Alaska Fjords & Glaciers

    Small ship Alaska cruise with Seattle

    Alaska, USA

    • Embark on a seven-night small ship cruise to discover coastal Alaska's spectacular scenery and wildlife.

    • Take in the highlights of cosmopolitan Seattle — the Space Needle, Pike Place Market and so much more.

    • Enjoy a thrilling helicopter trip to the Mendenhall Glacier, then go dog-sledding on a glacier.

    • Kayak in Glacier Bay and walk in the Tongass National Forest as part of your small-ship cruise experience.

    14 days from £9,350pp

  • Humpback whale breaching near Seward

    Ultimate Alaska guided wildlife safari

    Alaska

    • Ride the historic Alaska Railroad over Moose Pass to Seward.

    • Cruise to the face of a tidewater glacier and stay overnight on a private island.

    • Look for whales, otters and puffins in Kenai Fjords.

    • Experience world-class bear viewing in one of the best places to see brown bears.

    • Spot grizzlies, wolves and caribou roaming the tundra beneath the Alaska Range in Denali National Park.

    14 days from £20,215pp

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Wilderness lodges in Alaska

Experience the magic of Alaska's rugged interior staying in one of a handful of very special wilderness lodges, which we've personally checked. We can arrange for expert guides to show you the scenery and wildlife, mixed in with activities like kayaking and fishing.

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Whale watching off the Alaskan coast

Alaska wildlife

Wildlife thrives in Alaska’s untamed wilderness. So much so that Alaska claims the biggest grizzly bears and moose on Earth. Jon from our Alaska team tells you how to plan a trip to see them, along with bald eagles, humpbacks and sea otters.

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Brown bear, Brooks Falls

Bear watching in Alaska

Fly into the remoter parts of Alaska to spot the grizzly and black bears that prowl the wilderness. Our specialists know the best places to go bear watching in Alaska and will help you build them into your tailor-made Alaskan holiday.

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Exit Glacier Road, Seward

Self-driving in Alaska: a route through the wilderness

In Alaska, mountains are on another scale, old mining buildings lie ruined in long-abandoned towns, and you’re more likely to see wildlife than people on the near-empty roads. Here, Alaska specialist Emma outlines what your self-drive trip could entail.

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Brown bear with salmon, Brooks Falls

What to do in Alaska: our highlights guide

Alaska specialist Sam shares his favourite places and experiences in Alaska, from watching brown bears catching salmon at Brooks Falls to flying over glaciers and active volcanoes in a small plane.

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Your guide to choosing an Alaska cruise

An Alaska cruise combines convenience with front-row seats to many of the state’s most impressive sights, from glaciers to wildlife. Whether you choose a classic cruise or an intimate expedition cruise depends on your own personal travel preferences.

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